At San Bernardino International Airport in San Bernardino: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: San Gabriel Mountains, San Bernardino urban area, Cajon Pass corridor to the northeast, Mojave Desert beginning to appear on the horizon.

When taking off from San Bernardino International Airport (SBD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the San Gabriel Mountains immediately north of the airport, which rise dramatically to 10,000+ feet. You'll also see the sprawling urban grid of San Bernardino and the broader Inland Empire valley stretching eastward during climb-out. Notable sights include: San Gabriel Mountains, San Bernardino urban area, Cajon Pass corridor to the northeast, Mojave Desert beginning to appear on the horizon.

When landing at San Bernardino International Airport (SBD), sit on the Left side for the best views. San Bernardino International Airport's primary runways (09/27) mean most approaches come from the west or east. Left-side seats offer views of the San Bernardino Mountains to the north and the sprawling urban grid of San Bernardino and surrounding communities. You'll also see the San Bernardino Valley's distinctive layout with clear views of major thoroughfares and the transition from urban to foothill terrain. Notable sights include: San Bernardino Mountains (north), San Bernardino urban area, Inland Empire sprawl, I-10 and I-215 freeway corridors.

The best window seat at San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around San Bernardino (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.